What makes Boma container homes better?

Boma Properties builds high-quality shipping container homes and container cabins designed for durability, comfort, and long-term use. Our homes combine thoughtful design with materials selected to perform in demanding environments.

Each Boma container home features reinforced steel framing and closed-cell spray foam insulation, creating a tight vapor barrier that improves energy efficiency and helps maintain comfortable interior temperatures year-round.

Instead of traditional drywall, we use recycled PVC wall panels, which are more resistant to cracking, moisture, and movement inside a steel structure. This makes Boma container homes especially well suited for remote land, hunting cabins, and all-season vacation properties.

What foundation is recommended for a container home?

Shipping container homes can be installed on several foundation types depending on the property, soil conditions, and local building requirements. For most projects, we recommend one of the following container home foundation options:

Stem Wall (Recommended)
A stem wall foundation provides the best overall performance. An optional insulated Fox Blocks foundation system helps protect plumbing from freezing while maintaining a clean, elevated appearance.

Sono-Tube Pier Foundation
A cost-effective solution using four to six reinforced concrete piers. This type of container home foundation works well for remote land and sites with minimal site preparation.

Concrete Slab
A slab foundation creates a flush, ground-level appearance with roughed-in plumbing. However, it does not provide a crawlspace and offers limited access for utilities.

Boma Properties does not construct foundations or provide stamped architectural plans. We provide floor layouts, elevations, and plumbing and electrical drawings to assist your builder.

Stamped structural plans must be completed by a licensed architect or engineer familiar with local building codes.